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WVU announces final recommendations for several academic programs under review

The West Virginia University Office of the Provost announced final recommendations on Tuesday (Aug. 29) from the first four appeals hearings held as part of the Academic Transformation program portfolio review process. This is the next step following the announcement of the preliminary recommendations on Aug. 10.

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WVU researchers weigh pros and cons of Code Interpreter, await upgrades

While West Virginia University researchers see potential in educational settings for the newest official ChatGPT plugin, called Code Interpreter, they’ve found limitations for its use by scientists who work with biological data utilizing computational methods to prioritize targeted treatment for cancer and genetic disorders.

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This composite image shows the seven 2023 recipients of Fulbright Scholarships. The photos are arranged in a grid with three at the top and four at the bottom.

Seven WVU students earn Fulbright Scholarships

The seven West Virginia University students and alumni will teach English or conduct research abroad over the next year, part of the U.S. government’s flagship international exchange program.

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The 2023 Ruby Fellows — Christopher Anderson, Jessica Hovingh, Annalisa Huckaby, Nicole Krahulik and Travis Rawson — are shown in a grid. In the top left are the words 2023 Ruby Fellows in white against a blue background.

WVU names 2023 class of Ruby Fellows

This year's Ruby Scholars Graduate Fellows are Christopher Anderson, Jessica Hovingh, Annalisa Huckaby, Nicole Krahulik and Travis Rawson. Each student will receive a $34,000 stipend, a $2,000 travel grant and tuition waiver to allow them to continue their doctoral-level research at West Virginia University.

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WVU Welcome Week launches new academic year with student-focused events

An event-packed Welcome Week at West Virginia University begins Thursday, Aug. 10, and continues into the start of the fall semester, Wednesday, Aug. 16, highlighting the many ways new and returning students can tap into their strengths, find their purpose and make a home on campus.

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Health care teams from WVU help ensure safety at high adventure Jamboree

While thousands of young Scouts have been ziplining, whitewater rafting and rock climbing at the 2023 Boy Scouts of America National Jamboree, members of the West Virginia University community are on hand to keep their adventure moving “Forward,” the theme of this year’s event.

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Headshot of WVU admistrator Ming Lei. He is pictured inside wearing a gray coat over a white dress shirt with a multi colored tie. He has short black hair and glasses.